Apple Crisp with Oats
A cozy, warm dessert featuring tender, sweet-tart apples under a buttery, crunchy oat topping — perfect for fall vibes or anytime you need a sweet hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
Apple Crisp Ingredients
- 6 medium apples Granny Smith for tartness, Honeycrisp for sweetness — mix them if you can
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg optional but cozy
For the crisp topping:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter diced
- Pinch of salt
Optional Decorations
- A scoop or two of vanilla ice cream
- Caramel drizzle
- Dusting of extra cinnamon on top for vibes
Instructions
Prep the Apples
- Peel, core, and slice your apples. Toss them in a bowl with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Try not to snack on them all before they make it into the dish — easier said than done.
Mix the Oat Topping
- In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter and rub it in with your fingers until you’ve got clumps of buttery oat goodness. Think chunky, not smooth.
Assemble the Crisp
- Spread the apples into a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the oat topping over them evenly, making sure every slice is tucked under a blanket of buttery crumble.
Bake It Up
- Pop it into a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 40 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when the top is golden brown and the apples are bubbling away underneath. Your kitchen will smell like pure joy.
Serve & Swoon
- Scoop into bowls, top with vanilla ice cream or caramel if you’re feeling extra, and prepare yourself for a happy-dance moment.
Notes
- Mix tart and sweet apples for the best flavor balance.
- Keep butter cold for a crisp, crunchy topping.
- Let the crisp rest for 10 minutes after baking to set the filling.
- Optional: top with ice cream, caramel, or extra cinnamon for an indulgent treat.
- Can easily be made in individual ramekins for single servings.